By planning your first volley based on your serve, positioning yourself correctly at the net, using a split step, playing deep for consistency rather than power, and always aiming the first volley towards the same player you served to.
This lesson with Sven is really helpful if you're working on your serve and volley game. He breaks down common errors with the first volley and gives simple fixes. Understanding where to stand and planning your first volley based on your serve can make a big difference. Plus, his tip about not being a hero on the first volley and just playing it deep is solid advice for consistent net play.
